Ladybridge High School
URN: 134646 • Bolton BL3 4NG
Overview
- Name
- Ladybridge High School
- URN
- 134646
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Patrick Russell (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01204656569
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- New York, Bolton BL3 4NG
Summary
Ladybridge High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Bolton, with a current enrolment of 1,123 pupils and a capacity of 1,110. The school prides itself on its diverse environment, where over 30 different languages are spoken, fostering a rich cultural atmosphere. The Headteacher, Paddy Russell, emphasizes the importance of developing students' knowledge and moral purpose, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
The school's educational approach is encapsulated in the "Ladybridge Trivium," which encourages students to learn new concepts, form their own ideas, and effectively communicate their learning. This framework aims to promote independent thinking and wisdom among learners. The school also prioritizes the wellbeing of its students, with staff dedicated to supporting both academic progress and personal development.
Ladybridge High School actively engages with the local community, offering various events such as open mornings and educational trips. The school’s commitment to creating a warm and friendly atmosphere is reflected in the positive relationships among staff and students, making it a welcoming environment for all.
The school's educational approach is encapsulated in the "Ladybridge Trivium," which encourages students to learn new concepts, form their own ideas, and effectively communicate their learning. This framework aims to promote independent thinking and wisdom among learners. The school also prioritizes the wellbeing of its students, with staff dedicated to supporting both academic progress and personal development.
Ladybridge High School actively engages with the local community, offering various events such as open mornings and educational trips. The school’s commitment to creating a warm and friendly atmosphere is reflected in the positive relationships among staff and students, making it a welcoming environment for all.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Essential Information (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- View all date & events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Term Dates (other)
- School Policies (other)
- End of Term Update – Summer 2025Sunday 13th July 2025 (other)
- Uniform Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Canon Slade CofE School (81.9)
- St James's Church of England High School (75.1)
- Bolton Muslim Girls School (70.2)
- Rivington and Blackrod High School (68.8)
- Turton School (65.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1110
- Pupils
- 1123
- Boys
- 608
- Girls
- 515
- FSM %
- 33.50
- Open date
- 2004-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1123 | 608 | 515 | 1110 | 33.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1088 | 578 | 510 | 1080 | 33.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1032 | 542 | 490 | 1050 | 29.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1032 | 542 | 490 | 1025 | 29.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 989 | 536 | 453 | 960 | 27.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 973 | 516 | 457 | 960 | 25.80 |
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